Club Car Villager 6
Club Car's Villager 6 is a best-in-class crew transport utility vehicle for controlled environments, offering six-passenger seating, an efficient electric or EFI powertrain and low routine maintenance costs that reduce fleet operating expense. Compared with the heavier off-road UTVs on this list, it delivers the most economical cost-per-passenger and simpler fleet charging/service logistics, making it ideal for resorts, campuses, and short-route crew shuttles.
Six-passenger seating
Quiet-electric option
Six-passenger seating
Quiet-electric option
Review Summary
"Owners praise the Villager 6 for its smooth, quiet ride and reliable electric powertrain for short-distance shuttle duties; long-term users note occasional parts availability issues and limited top speed for mixed-use applications."
Course-cruiser swagger
Seating for six passengers in a compact footprint ideal for campuses and resorts.
Course-cruiser swagger
Seating for six passengers in a compact footprint ideal for campuses and resorts.
Time-Saving Convenience
Eco-Friendly Living
Recreational Enjoyment
Club Car's Villager 6 is a best-in-class crew transport utility vehicle for controlled environments, offering six-passenger seating, an efficient electric or EFI powertrain and low routine maintenance costs that reduce fleet operating expense. Compared with the heavier off-road UTVs on this list, it delivers the most economical cost-per-passenger and simpler fleet charging/service logistics, making it ideal for resorts, campuses, and short-route crew shuttles.
Six-passenger seating
Quiet-electric option
Course-cruiser swagger
Seating for six passengers in a compact footprint ideal for campuses and resorts.
Available in gas or electric drivetrains to suit low-emission fleet needs.
Six-passenger seating
Quiet-electric option
Course-cruiser swagger
Seating for six passengers in a compact footprint ideal for campuses and resorts.
Available in gas or electric drivetrains to suit low-emission fleet needs.
$16,000-22,000 USD
Cushman Shuttle 8
Cushman's Shuttle 8 is positioned as the market leader for high-capacity crew transport, with an eight-seat commercial chassis engineered for continuous duty cycles and a lower per-passenger acquisition cost than small UTVs. Against the Villager and multipurpose UTVs here, the Shuttle 8 prioritizes straightforward durability and ease of maintenance for large fleets that move crews on paved or light-terrain routes.
Eight-seat capacity
Heavy-duty durability
Eight-seat capacity
Heavy-duty durability
Review Summary
"The Cushman Shuttle 8 is widely regarded as a heavy-duty, comfortable people mover with strong chassis reliability for commercial use; some buyers report a firmer ride on pavement and higher maintenance costs over time."
Terminal-ready hustle
Accommodates up to eight passengers for larger crew movements.
Terminal-ready hustle
Accommodates up to eight passengers for larger crew movements.
Time-Saving Convenience
Eco-Friendly Living
Cushman's Shuttle 8 is positioned as the market leader for high-capacity crew transport, with an eight-seat commercial chassis engineered for continuous duty cycles and a lower per-passenger acquisition cost than small UTVs. Against the Villager and multipurpose UTVs here, the Shuttle 8 prioritizes straightforward durability and ease of maintenance for large fleets that move crews on paved or light-terrain routes.
Eight-seat capacity
Heavy-duty durability
Terminal-ready hustle
Accommodates up to eight passengers for larger crew movements.
Robust chassis and suspension designed for frequent stop-and-go operations.
Eight-seat capacity
Heavy-duty durability
Terminal-ready hustle
Accommodates up to eight passengers for larger crew movements.
Robust chassis and suspension designed for frequent stop-and-go operations.
$20,000-30,000 USD
Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000
Polaris's Ranger Crew XP 1000 is the market-leading off-road crew transport UTV, combining a 999cc-class engine, industry-leading payload and towing capacity, and a comfortable crew cabin that handles rough terrain better than shuttle-style carts. While it carries a higher purchase price and service complexity than purpose-built shuttles like the Villager and Shuttle, its technical versatility and faster transit across uneven job sites often deliver superior operational uptime for mixed-terrain fleets.
Six-person crew
Rugged off-road
Six-person crew
Rugged off-road
Review Summary
"Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000 owners consistently praise its powerful engine, excellent off-road capability and roomy crew cab, and many long-term users find it highly versatile; a minority cite occasional reliability issues and dealer service variability."
Towing powerhouse
Powerful 999cc class engine and long-travel suspension for rough terrain.
Towing powerhouse
Powerful 999cc class engine and long-travel suspension for rough terrain.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
Polaris's Ranger Crew XP 1000 is the market-leading off-road crew transport UTV, combining a 999cc-class engine, industry-leading payload and towing capacity, and a comfortable crew cabin that handles rough terrain better than shuttle-style carts. While it carries a higher purchase price and service complexity than purpose-built shuttles like the Villager and Shuttle, its technical versatility and faster transit across uneven job sites often deliver superior operational uptime for mixed-terrain fleets.
Six-person crew
Rugged off-road
Towing powerhouse
Powerful 999cc class engine and long-travel suspension for rough terrain.
Seating for six with a roomy cargo bed and strong towing capability.
Six-person crew
Rugged off-road
Towing powerhouse
Powerful 999cc class engine and long-travel suspension for rough terrain.
Seating for six with a roomy cargo bed and strong towing capability.
$28,000-38,000 USD
Can-Am Defender MAX HD10
Can-Am's Defender MAX HD10 earns its place as a heavy-duty crew transport option with a high-torque Rotax engine, stout suspension and industry-grade payload that outperform many competitors in steep or technical terrain. It sits between Polaris and Kubota in terms of on-trail performance and acquisition cost, delivering premium towing and long-haul capability for fleets that need both crew seating and serious utility work.
Six-seat comfort
High-torque power
Six-seat comfort
High-torque power
Review Summary
"The Can-Am Defender MAX HD10 is favored for its strong towing capacity, comfortable seating for crews and robust off-road performance, with long-term users noting good capability; some report fuel economy and higher repair costs as downsides."
Mud-ready grin
HD10 engine delivering high torque for heavy workloads and steep terrain.
Mud-ready grin
HD10 engine delivering high torque for heavy workloads and steep terrain.
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Can-Am's Defender MAX HD10 earns its place as a heavy-duty crew transport option with a high-torque Rotax engine, stout suspension and industry-grade payload that outperform many competitors in steep or technical terrain. It sits between Polaris and Kubota in terms of on-trail performance and acquisition cost, delivering premium towing and long-haul capability for fleets that need both crew seating and serious utility work.
Six-seat comfort
High-torque power
Mud-ready grin
HD10 engine delivering high torque for heavy workloads and steep terrain.
Three-row cabin comfortably seats up to six people for crew transport.
Six-seat comfort
High-torque power
Mud-ready grin
HD10 engine delivering high torque for heavy workloads and steep terrain.
Three-row cabin comfortably seats up to six people for crew transport.
$29,000-39,000 USD
Kubota RTV-X1140
Kubota's RTV-X1140 is the utility-focused crew transport vehicle prized for its diesel powerplant, exceptional durability, and integrated work-ready features (PTO, attachments) that lower long-term operating costs for agricultural and industrial fleets. Compared with gasoline or electric shuttles, its diesel torque and global dealer network make it a practical choice where heavy loads, long hours and easy servicing are the priority.
Diesel endurance
Cargo-capable bed
Diesel endurance
Cargo-capable bed
Review Summary
"Kubota RTV-X1140 is commonly praised by long-term owners for its diesel durability, utility-focused build and comfortable ride for work sites; users occasionally mention higher initial cost and parts prices for heavy-duty maintenance."
Farm-friendly charm
Durable diesel powertrain optimized for heavy-duty, fuel-efficient operations.
Farm-friendly charm
Durable diesel powertrain optimized for heavy-duty, fuel-efficient operations.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
Kubota's RTV-X1140 is the utility-focused crew transport vehicle prized for its diesel powerplant, exceptional durability, and integrated work-ready features (PTO, attachments) that lower long-term operating costs for agricultural and industrial fleets. Compared with gasoline or electric shuttles, its diesel torque and global dealer network make it a practical choice where heavy loads, long hours and easy servicing are the priority.
Diesel endurance
Cargo-capable bed
Farm-friendly charm
Durable diesel powertrain optimized for heavy-duty, fuel-efficient operations.
Comfortable four-seat cabin paired with a large cargo bed and high payload capacity.
Diesel endurance
Cargo-capable bed
Farm-friendly charm
Durable diesel powertrain optimized for heavy-duty, fuel-efficient operations.
Comfortable four-seat cabin paired with a large cargo bed and high payload capacity.
$35,000-46,000 USD